1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 BMW Convertible
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 935 kg more than 1988 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 1988 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1988 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 2007 BMW Convertible | |
| Make | Austin | BMW |
| Model | Maestro | Convertible |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
